Make your mark on history by seeing your ideas take shape in the built environment. Vermont Tech offers exciting and challenging classes on how to plan, shape, and maintain the structures in the world around us. You'll gain the fundamental skills of architectural and engineering drafting, including instruction in CAD systems, along with a foundation in science, mathematics, and technical writing. Practical projects involve laboratory testing and field observation of construction.
Graduates of this program are prepared for a wide range of careers working with architects and engineers, including contractors, project managers, drafters, and surveyors.

Graduates of the program are also prepared to advance to bachelor’s degree programs in architecture or construction management to further enhance their abilities to effect positive change in the world.

The ABET-ETAC program educational objectives and student outcomes are listed on the Curriculum page

The Program Educational Objectives for graduates with an Associate of Applied Science in Architectural & Building Engineering Technology that are demonstrated during their workforce careers include:

Communication skills: communicating technical information in writing, speaking, listening, and interpersonal skills to work effectively as part of a team and to interact effectively with clients, the public, and others

Technical skills: understanding residential and commercial building systems, materials, and regulations; applying that knowledge to site layout and material estimating; and using appropriate computer applications

Architectural design: demonstrating knowledge of historical precedents and aesthetics and using design principles (including energy use, conservation, and sustainability concepts) as part of a process to create workable building designs

Engineering design: understanding design principles and applying procedures in the design of building engineering systems in the areas of building structures, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting with emphasis on energy use, conservation, and sustainability concepts

The Student Outcomes are for graduates with an Associate of Applied Science in Architectural & Building Engineering Technology to be able to:

Apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of the discipline to narrowly defined engineering technology activities

Apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge

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News & Events

22Sep

The Department of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) were recognized for their energy improvements by Governor Phil Scott at a press conference Wednesday, September 20th at the Ed Weed Station. Morgan Easton, a senior in the Vermont Tech Architectural Engineering Technology program, was on hand for her role... Read More

10Apr

Tension Builds...
The annual Bridge Building Competition is a chance for middle and high school students to build their own model bridges and test them on the Gordonator.
On March 30 the High School Bridge Building Competition was held in Judd Hall on the Randolph Center Campus. Tensions were... Read More

7Mar

Two exceptional Vermont Technical College engineering students were honored by the college and recognized at a Vermont Society of Professional Engineers event on February 24 at the DoubleTree Hotel in South Burlington. This event is part of E-Week, a national celebration of Engineering... Read More